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Match Report as Wigan Warriors Women’s Academy win in their first match of 2022.Grace Banks and Kerrie Evans both got doubles, with Beth Hayes, Olivia Argent, Mollie Jones and Olivia Boyham also crossing.FT | Huddersfield Giants 10-36 Wigan Warriors. Match Report as Wigan Warriors Women’s Academy run out winners on the road at Huddersfield Giants in their opening game of 2022. Report Wigan Warriors Women’s Academy ran out 36-10 winners in their opening fixture of 2022 on the road away at Huddersfield Giants. The Giants opened the scoring through Lucy Burwood for 4-0 but Wigan hit back through Grace Banks, before Beth Hayes put Wigan into the lead for the first time on 15 minutes, making it 8-0. A sustained period of pressure meant that there was no further score until the 24th minute, but it was in Wigan’s favour as Olivia Argent got her name on the scoresheet. Just before the half time interval, full-back Mollie Jones scored a fantastic effort, converted by Beth Hayes to give Wigan an 18-4 lead. Wigan started the second half quickly as Grace Banks added her second of the evening in the 43rd minute, with a second successful conversion from Beth Hayes extending Wigan’s lead to 24-4. Kerrie Evans was the next to register a brace of tries as she scored a double inside 10-minutes, crossing in the 48th and 58th minute of the game. Huddersfield grabbed one back shortly afterwords as Sienna McPherson got over the goal line after a number of repeat sets at the Wigan defence saw them break through. Wigan completed the evening though, Olivia Boyham also adding her name to the list of scorers with a great late effort to give Wigan a 36-10 victory. Huddersfield Giants: Holly Waddington, Lucy Burwood, Tyla Naidole, Erin Bentley, Lillie Taylor, Phillippa Curley, Albany Coates, Sienna McPherson, Evie Gray, Cheyney McCarthy, Molly Davidson, Mollie Butterworth. Interchanges: Lois Naidole, Hollie Dhurmea, Charlotte McCauliffe, Ellie Small, Bethany Armstrong. Tries: Burwood, McPherson Goals: Waddington 1/2 Wigan Warriors: Mollie Jones, Mary-Jane McLoughlin, Kaitlin Hilton, Eva Hunter, Kerrie Evans, Grace Banks, Beth Hayes, Arabella Reed, Abbie Singleton, Cerys Jones, Emma Davies, Olivia Argent, Jodie Morris. Interchanges: Lucie Sams, Charlotte Nixon, Lucy Johnson, Emma Lowe, Olivia Boyham, Sydney Alderman-Smith, Sophie Morris. Tries: Banks (11′, 43′), Hayes (15′), Argent (24′), Jones (38′), Evans (48′, 59′), Boyham (77′) Goals: Jones 0/2, Hayes 2/6 The post Women’s Academy win season opener appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Match Report as Wigan Warriors Reserves run riot against Castleford Tigers at Robin Park Arena.Wigan scored 18 tries in a relentless performance on home turf.FT | Wigan Warriors Reserves 100-0 Castleford Tigers Reserves. Match Report as Wigan Warriors Reserves thundered to a huge 100-0 victory over Castleford Tigers at Robin Park Arena on Wednesday evening. Both sides featured a mix of Super League experience with Brad Martin and Cheyse Blair for the Tigers and the quintet of Umyla Hanley, Sam Halsall, Logan Astley, James McDonnell and Matty Nicholson for the Warriors. Wigan ran in 18 tries on the evening as they were unphased by the Castleford defence. Report Wigan flew out of the blocks as Ben O’Keefe dashed down the wing to cross for the opening try inside three minutes but was unable add the conversion at 4-0. The next attack saw a superb cross-field kick swept out of the air by Tom Mitchell who dived over for a try which O’Keefe improved for a 10-0 lead. Junior Nsemba made the most of a gap in the Tigers line to cross for a try on 14 minutes and O’Keefe converted for 16-0 before the visitors were helpless to deny Matty Nicholson as he backed up his recent brace against Huddersfield with a dash down the middle to score with O’Keefe kicking for 22-0. Wigan’s attacking pace seemed to be the key undoing of the Tigers defence and it was clear to see when Adam Jones broke through the line and utilised the support of Mitchell who collected an offload to claim his second try of the game, converted for 28-0. Toby Brannan crossed on the half hour mark after a clever passing play and O’Keefe sealed his fourth success with the boot for a 34-0 advantage. Wigan completed a stunning first half with a late double as James McDonnell latched onto a chipped kick to touch down and Nsemba claimed his second try by collecting a short pass with O’Keefe improving both for a huge 46-0 lead into the half-time interval. The Tigers barely had time to action any half-time plans as Wigan resumed the scoring spree with a quick offload from Logan Astley finding the run of Sam Halsall who collected and crossed for a try before completing a ten minute hat-trick with two superb efforts on the left edge with O’Keefe converting the latter score for 54-0. O’Keefe claimed his second try of the evening after capitalising on a short restart to race down the wing for 64-0 and then on the hour mark, Max Wood went in for a try after collecting a pass from McDonnell and O’Keefe kicked the lead to 70-0. Wigan’s offload skill continued to impress as Kieran Tyrer benefitted to cross for a try which O’Keefe improved for 76-0 before a short-kick off from the Tigers resulted in a double offload which allowed Halsall to cross for his fourth try of the evening with O’Keefe reaching ten successes from the kicking tee to extend the lead to 82-0. Nicholson and Tyrer both utilised gaps in the tiring Tigers defence to claim their second tries of the match with Tyrer finishing off a clever passing play and O’Keefe converted both efforts to make it 94-0. The final minute of the action saw a superb fifth try for Halsall as he collected a chip kick to touch down and O’Keefe rounded off a fine evening with the boot with a lucky 13th success as his conversion pinged in off the post for 100-0. Gallery: Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Wigan Warriors: Umyla Hanley, Tom Mitchell, Alex Sutton, Sam Halsall, Ben O’Keefe, Adam Jones, Logan Astley, Jack Bibby, Tom Forber, Harvie Hill, Junior Nsemba, James McDonnell, Matty Nicholson. Interchanges: Toby Brannan, Ramon Silva, Max Wood, Kieran Tyrer. Tries: O’ Keefe (4′, 55′) Mitchell (8′, 27′), Nsemba (14′, 40′), Nicholson (22′, 70′), Brannan (31′), McDonnell (37′), Halsall (42′, 44′, 53′, 64′, 77′) Wood (60′), Tyrer (62′, 74′). Goals: O’Keefe 14/18 Castleford Tigers: Cain Robb, Alfie Mitchell, Jamie Mvula, Caleb Stanley, Abdullah Balogun, Charlie Harris, Calvin Sandhu, Kieran Hudson, Chris Cullimore, Brad Martin, Cheyse Blair, Josh Thornton, Danny Atley. Interchanges: Toby Millinson, Anthony Boardman, Callum Beety, Alfie Dean. The post Reserves record Century against Cas appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

As we edge ever closer to the Betfred Challenge Cup Final on Saturday, let’s take a look at all the stats and facts surrounding the game, the teams and the competition… Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Wigan Warriors v Huddersfield Giants, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Previous Final meetings: Challenge Cup 1920 Huddersfield 21 Wigan 10 (at Headingley, Leeds) Championship 1950 Huddersfield 2 Wigan 20 (at Maine Road, Manchester)1946 Huddersfield 4 Wigan 13 (at Maine Road, Manchester)1913 Huddersfield 29 Wigan 2 (at Belle Vue, Wakefield)1912 Huddersfield 13 Wigan 5 (at Thrum Hall, Halifax) Wigan Warriors – Previous Challenge Cup Finals: 2017 Lost (v Hull FC, 18-14) (at Wembley Stadium)2013 Won (v Hull FC, 16-0) (at Wembley Stadium)2011 Won (v Leeds, 28-18) (at Wembley Stadium)2004 Lost (v St Helens, 32-16) (at Millennium Stadium, Cardiff)2002 Won (v St Helens, 21-12) (at Murrayfield, Edinburgh)1998 Lost (v Sheffield Eagles, 17-8) (at Wembley Stadium)1995 Won (v Leeds, 30-10) (at Wembley Stadium)1994 Won (v Leeds, 26-16) (at Wembley Stadium)1993 Won (v Widnes, 20-14) (at Wembley Stadium)1992 Won (v Castleford, 28-12) (at Wembley Stadium)1991 Won (v St Helens, 13-8) (at Wembley Stadium)1990 Won (v Warrington, 36-14) (at Wembley Stadium)1989 Won (v St Helens, 27-0) (at Wembley Stadium)1988 Won (v Halifax, 32-12) (at Wembley Stadium)1985 Won (v Hull FC, 28-24) (at Wembley Stadium)1984 Lost (v Widnes, 19-6) (at Wembley Stadium)1970 Lost (v Castleford, 7-2) (at Wembley Stadium)1966 Lost (v St Helens, 21-2) (at Wembley Stadium)1965 Won (v Hunslet, 20-16) (at Wembley Stadium)1963 Lost (v Wakefield, 25-10) (at Wembley Stadium)1961 Lost (v St Helens, 12-6) (at Wembley Stadium)1959 Won (v Hull FC, 30-13) (at Wembley Stadium)1958 Won (v Workington, 13-9) (at Wembley Stadium)1951 Won (v Barrow, 10-0) (at Wembley Stadium)1948 Won (v Bradford, 8-3) (at Wembley Stadium)1946 Lost (v Wakefield, 13-12) (at Wembley Stadium)1944 Lost (v Bradford, 8-3 – aggregate score after two legs)1929 Won (v Dewsbury, 13-2) (at Wembley Stadium)1924 Won (v Oldham, 21-4) (at The Athletic Ground, Rochdale)1920 Lost (v Huddersfield, 21-10) (at Headingley, Leeds)1911 Lost (v Broughton Rangers, 4-0) (at Weaste, Salford) Huddersfield Giants – Previous Challenge Cup Finals: 2009 Lost (v Warrington, 25-16) (at Wembley Stadium)2006 Lost (v St Helens, 42-12) (at Twickenham)1962 Lost (v Wakefield, 12-6) (at Wembley Stadium)1953 Won (v St Helens, 15-10) (at Wembley Stadium)1945 Won (v Bradford, 13-9 – aggregate score after two legs)1935 Lost (v Castleford, 11-8) (at Wembley Stadium)1933 Won (v Warrington, 21-17) (at Wembley Stadium)1920 Won (v Wigan, 21-10) (at Headingley, Leeds)1915 Won (v St Helens, 37-3) (at Watersheddings, Oldham)1913 Won (v Warrington, 9-5) (at Headingley, Leeds) Previous Challenge Cup meetings: 1956 (Quarter Final) Wigan 24 Huddersfield 21953 (Semi-Final) Huddersfield 7 Wigan 0 (at Odsal Stadium, Bradford)1951 (Quarter Final) Wigan 2 Huddersfield 01937 (Quarter Final) Huddersfield 7 Wigan 81928 (Round 1) Wigan 2 Huddersfield 131920 (FINAL) Huddersfield 21 Wigan 10 (at Headingley, Leeds)1915 (Semi-Final) Huddersfield 27 Wigan 2 (at Parkside, Hunslet)1913 (Quarter Final) Wigan 5 Huddersfield 141911 (Round 1) Wigan 18 Huddersfield 131909 (Quarter Final, Replay) Wigan 16 Huddersfield 31909 (Quarter Final) Huddersfield 10 Wigan 101904 (Round 1) Huddersfield 0 Wigan 7 Last ten meetings: Huddersfield 32, Wigan 22 (SLR12, 12/5/22)Wigan 22, Huddersfield 12 (SLR3, 24/2/22)Huddersfield 12, Wigan 14 (SLR9, 16/7/21)Wigan 16, Huddersfield 12 (SLR14, 11/7/21)Wigan 19, Huddersfield 6 (SLR20, 6/11/20) (at Emerald Headingley, Leeds)Huddersfield 10, Wigan 42 (SLR5, 1/3/20)Huddersfield 22, Wigan 38 (SLR19, 21/6/19)Wigan 6, Huddersfield 14 (SLR5, 8/3/19)Huddersfield 6, Wigan 13 (SLS8-R6, 20/9/18)Huddersfield 20, Wigan 12 (SLR21, 12/7/18) Wigan Warriors – Challenge Cup Final appearances John Bateman 2017 Lost (v Hull FC, 18-14) Liam Farrell 2017 Lost (v Hull FC, 18-14)2013 Won (v Hull FC, 16-0)2011 Won (v Leeds, 28-18) Willie Isa 2017 Lost (v Hull FC, 18-14) Thomas Leuluai 2017 Lost (v Hull FC, 18-14)2011 Won (v Leeds, 28-18) Liam Marshall 2017 Lost (v Hull FC, 18-14) Sam Powell 2017 Lost (v Hull FC, 18-14) Brad Singleton 2015 Won (v Hull KR, 50-0) * for Leeds Iain Thornley 2013 Won (v Hull FC, 16-0) Lance Todd Trophy Most wins 3 Sean Long (St Helens): 2001, 2004, 2006 Youngest and oldest Peter Ramsden of Huddersfield is the youngest player to win the Lance Todd Trophy, receiving it on his 19th birthday after scoring two tries in the 15-10 defeat of St Helens in 1953.Frank Whitcombe is the oldest winner, the Bradford Northern prop being 29 days short of his 35th birthday in 1948. He became the first player of a losing side to receive the award after an 8-3 defeat to Wigan. Youngest and Oldest Finalist Francis Cummings of Leeds (17 years 200 days) became the youngest player to appear in a Challenge Cup Final when he played on the wing and scored a try in the defeat against Wigan in 1994.The youngest winner was Andy Farrell (17 years 11 months), playing substitute for Wigan when they beat Widnes in 1993.The oldest player to appear in a Cup Final was Workington Town full back Gus Risman, who was 41 years 29 days when he led his side to victory over Featherstone Rovers in 1952. Dismissals Richard Eyres of Widnes was the last player to be sent off in a Challenge Cup Final, against Wigan at Wembley in 1993. The referee was Russell Smith.The sin bin was introduced in January 1983 and was occupied in a Cup Final for the first time that year when Hull’s Paul Rose was despatched by referee Robin Whitfield. Later in the game Featherstone Rovers’ Terry Hudson was also sent to the sin bin.The last player to be sent to the sin bin in a final was Shane Rigon of Bradford Bulls in the 2001 Final against St Helens at Twickenham, by Russell Smith. Challenge Cup Final Records Most finals and wins 19 wins in 31 finals by Wigan (Wembley: 17 wins in 25 finals by Wigan) Highest score Leeds Rhinos 52 London Broncos 16 (at Wembley Stadium, 1999) Widest margin Leeds Rhinos 50 Hull Kingston Rovers 0 (at Wembley Stadium, 2015) Most tries by a team 9 Leeds Rhinos (v Hull Kingston Rovers, 50-0) (at Wembley Stadium, 2015)9 Leeds Rhinos (v London Broncos, 52-16) (at Wembley Stadium, 1999)9 Huddersfield (v St Helens, 37-3) (at Watersheddings, Oldham, 1915) Most points by a losing team Bradford Bulls 32 St Helens 40 (at Wembley Stadium, 1996) (also record aggregate of points – 72) Most successful fightback St Helens overcame the biggest deficit of 14 points to win a Final when they beat Bradford Bulls 40-32 at Wembley in 1996. The Saints trailed 26-12 from the 53rd to the 57th minute. Biggest attendance 102,569 Halifax v Warrington (1954 replay at Odsal Stadium, Bradford) – Wembley: 99,801 Hull v Wigan (1985) Most tries by a player 5 Tom Briscoe (Leeds Rhinos) in the 50-0 defeat of Hull Kingston Rovers at Wembley in 2015 Most goals by a player 8 Iestyn Harris (Leeds Rhinos) in the 52-16 defeat of London Broncos at Wembley in 19998 Cyril Kellett (Featherstone Rovers) in the 33-14 defeat of Bradford Northern at Wembley in 1973 Most points by a player 20 Tom Briscoe (5 tries) in Leeds Rhinos’ 50-0 defeat of Hull Kingston Rovers at Wembley in 201520 Iestyn Harris (1 try, 8 goals) in Leeds Rhinos’ 52-16 defeat of London Broncos at Wembley in 199920 Neil Fox (2 tries, 7 goals) in Wakefield Trinity’s 38-5 defeat of Hull at Wembley in 1960 Most appearances 11 Shaun Edwards (Wigan 1984, 1985, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995; London Broncos 1999) – all at Wembley Most wins 9 Shaun Edwards – as above, except loser in 1984 and 1999 2022 Betfred Challenge Cup Leading Scorers Tries 1 = Tee Ritson (Barrow Raiders) 5 Jordy Gibson (North Wales Crusaders) 5 3 = Kieran Gill (Bradford Bulls) 4 Greg Eden (Castleford Tigers) 4 Fouad Yaha (Catalans Dragons) 4 Jordan Paga (Hunslet) 4 Matty Chrimes (Sheffield Eagles) 4 Goals 1 Tommy Makinson (St Helens) 16 2 Dan Abram (Swinton Lions) 15 3 Craig Hall (Featherstone Rovers) 14 4 Izaac Farrell (Sheffield Eagles) 12 5 = Tom Gilmore (Batley Bulldogs) 11 Lewis Sheridan (Rochdale Hornets) 11 Points 1 Dan Abram (Swinton Lions) 38 2 Craig Hall (Featherstone Rovers) 36 3 Tommy Makinson (St Helens) 32 4 = Tom Gilmore (Batley Bulldogs) 30 Lewis Sheridan (Rochdale Hornets) 30 The post Challenge Cup stats & facts appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. 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Matt Peet addressed the press at the Lowry Theatre in Manchester ahead of Saturday’s Betfred Challenge Cup Final.Peet: “We’re very proud and it was a goal at the start of the year to take the town to one of the big games.”Tickets for the final remain on sale, don’t miss your chance to be there! Find out all the ticket information HERE. Matt Peet said his side need to ‘take the opportunity’ as they put in their final preparations before heading to London to face Huddersfield Giants in the Betfred Challenge Cup Final on Saturday afternoon. “After the semi final it was a real high, a really proud moment and I felt like we’d achieved a big step, particularly winning in the way that we did. Since then, you know that it’s only going to be a good weekend if you get a quality result and performance. All attention turns to that now, we’re very proud and it was a goal at the start of the year to take the town to one of the big games. “We’ve got to take that opportunity and play the game with no regrets. It was great to win a semi final, but it’ll be awful if we lose a final.” He added: “I’ve seen some flags this morning in windows, schools are arranging Cherry & White days and we’ve had hundreds of kids at the training ground this week, that’s the stuff that excites me. For us to inspire the next generation, but we need to win to ensure everyone has a good time and falls in love with it.” @WiganWarriorsRL #cherryandwhiteweek all 12 year old daughters hard work pic.twitter.com/9KtACjgYqU — Xx Malice xX (@XxMalicexX2) May 23, 2022 On the game itself, Peet was quizzed on what his team needs to do to come away with the win: “We’ve got a good set of professionals and it’s only really important at the end isn’t it, as far as those 80-minutes go it’s about executing the best that you can. It’s about thinking clearly under pressure, making smart decisions and enjoying the week but knowing when you’re on you’ve got to be present and in the moment.” On the opposition, he said: “One thing about Huddersfield is regardless of who they have in they’re very well organised. They know their systems really well, everyone buys into it, they work hard so it’s not a week where individuals matter and I think that is a big compliment to Ian (Watson) and his team.” Ahead of the Final, Peet reflected on his own personal memories of the occasion from his childhood: “I was there when Offiah scored that try. It feels like it was always red hot, even though it probably wasn’t and it felt like you were never going to lose, it never entered your head that you would lose. It was getting up for the Coach really early, singing all the way home and so much fun. That’s what motivates me, because I remember what a good time I and we had as family and friends. I love the idea of them all having a good weekend.” The post Peet previews Challenge Cup Final appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

The Official Betfred Challenge Cup Final programme is available to buy online via our Club Store. The programme, publish by Ignition Sports Media, is an A4-sized 84-page perfect-bound edition as the occasion demands – the ideal keepsake from a day never to forget – and costs just £8, plus £2.50 post and packaging to a UK address. Warriors fans can also use the Click and Collect option and will be able to collect the programme in-Store at Robin Park Arena between 6am and 7am on Saturday 28th May. Programmes will be sent out on Monday 30th May to those who select the postage option. Click HERE to order yours. The programme will also be available to purchase in-person in-Store on Saturday morning for those who are travelling on coaches. It is full of exclusive content, relating to the four finalists – Wigan Warriors, Huddersfield Giants, Featherstone Rovers and Leigh Centurions – but also to the wider game. There are interviews with a wide range of Rugby League personalities, from the Speaker of the House of Commons Lindsay Hoyle, to the Huddersfield-born Wigan Wembley legend Henderson Gill. There will be a focus on Rugby League’s World Cup year, as well as reflections on the Betfred Women’s Challenge Cup Final, and an update on the Wheelchair game. As usual, there will be profiles of players and coaches from the four finalists – also expanding this year to the boardroom, with the formidable quartet of Ian Lenagan, Ken Davy, Mark Campbell and Derek Beaumont. And there is also a special tribute to an administrator who will always be linked with Wigan, but who made a huge impact on the whole sport – Maurice Lindsay – as the programme reflects on a number of Rugby League legends who have passed in recent months. Programmes will also be on sale at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on the day. The post Buy your Cup Final programme appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

A reminder that Official Club Travel coaches will depart Robin Park Arena at 7am on Saturday 28th May for the Betfred Challenge Cup Final. There are just a few remaining seats, with 28 coaches set to make their way to Tottenham. Space is very limited and the last remaining tickets are available buy in-person in our Club Store at Robin Park Arena only – priced at £50 per seat. There are no more tickets available via Ticketmaster. The coaches will return directly after the trophy presentations are made on Saturday. There will be free parking at the DW Stadium for Official Club Coach Travel customers. Car Park 3 – opposite the DW Stadium East Stand – will be open from 6am on Saturday 28th May for fans with coach tickets to park their cars before walking to the Robin Park Arena car park – where the coaches will be parked outside the Club Store. Please note the Robin Park Arena car park will be closed for the coaches to park up. We ask fans to please enter Car Park 3 via Stadium Way and show your Club Coach Travel tickets to the stewards on arrival to gain entry. Car Park 3 will be locked once the coaches depart and will re-open at 8:30pm in readiness for the return of the coaches so fans can collect their cars. Any fans who are thinking of leaving their cars over night, please note that Car Park 3 will be locked at 12am midnight, therefore we suggest you park within the DW Stadium bowl, which is also free. Car Park 3 will re-open at 9am on Monday 30th May. Space in the car park will be on a first come first served basis. For all the match ticket information for Saturday, click HERE. The post Coach travel info for Saturday appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Robin Park Arena played host to the girls North West School’s Finals on Friday 20th May.St Peters of Wigan and Manchester were both victorious on the afternoon.Congratulations to all the team involved in the Finals. Wigan Warriors’ Robin Park Arena hosted the girls North West school’s Finals on Friday 20th May. Y8 girls St Peters High (Manchester) v St Ambrose Barlow (Salford) The first game of the afternoon saw St Peters High of Manchester come up against St Ambrose Barlow from Salford. St Peters were dominant on the day as they took home the 40-8 win. Player of the match on the afternoon came from St Ambrose Barlow after a fantastic display, congratulations to St Peters on a well-earned win. Photo: Lewis Murdock Photo: Lewis Murdock Photo: Lewis Murdock Photo: Lewis Murdock Photo: Lewis Murdock Photo: Lewis Murdock Photo: Lewis Murdock Photo: Lewis Murdock Y10 girls St Peters RC (Wigan) v St Peters High (Manchester) The second game was a clash between St Peters RC Wigan against St Peters High of Manchester. A real arm wrestle of a match made for a close game in which either side could have taken the spoils but it was St Peters RC of Wigan who just had the edge to come away with a 20-18 victory after a late conversion from Jenna Foubister. Player of the match on the afternoon was Jenna Foubister, congratulations to St Peters on the victory Photo: Lewis Murdock Photo: Lewis Murdock Photo: Lewis Murdock Photo: Lewis Murdock Photo: Lewis Murdock Photo: Lewis Murdock The post North West girls school’s Finals appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Brad O’Neill vowed to continue working hard as he aims for a spot in the squad to travel to Tottenham this weekend.O’Neill: “My confidence is growing and I think I’m finding my feet every time I step on the pitch.”Hear more from Brad O’Neill as he spoke to Wigan TV. Watch HERE. Brad O’Neill spoke about his progression this season as he prepares for a potential Challenge Cup Final debut. “It’s pretty crazy,” O’Neill said, “the fact that hopefully I could be playing in a Challenge Cup final this week, it’s something that you dream about as a kid and I can’t wait. “I am growing in confidence, especially starting and getting the big minutes that I am at the moment week-in, week-out. I’ve been doing 60+ minutes which is a lot of minutes for me coming into Super League, the speed is a lot greater than Reserves and Championship but I am growing in confidence and hopefully I continue to build and learn the more that I play.” 𝙄𝙏’𝙎 𝘾𝙃𝘼𝙇𝙇𝙀𝙉𝙂𝙀 𝘾𝙐𝙋 𝙁𝙄𝙉𝘼𝙇 𝙒𝙀𝙀𝙆 Make sure you’re there this Saturday! https://t.co/XJDEkEfOq6 #WWRL #ChallengeCup pic.twitter.com/WR9znHa3g6 — Wigan Warriors (@WiganWarriorsRL) May 23, 2022 O’Neill’s opportunity came in the absence of Sam Powell who has been serving a six-match suspension following the Good Friday derby. On Powell’s influence on his progression, O’Neill said: “Pow has been fantastic with me, on the field with learning and off the field with the baby life. Pow is a credit to himself and the Club with the way he’s been, he’s always had a smile on his face and he trains hard. He’s been a bit of a player-coach to everyone, he wants us all to get better, he’s not sulking and he’s just getting on with it. He’s a bit of a personal coach for me and it’s been great.” Reflecting on the week ahead, the hooker added: “I’ve been to Challenge Cup finals watching Wigan when I was a kid and we’ve won some and we’ve lost some. It’s always been a dream of mine to play in a Challenge Cup Final one day for Wigan, so the fact it’s coming in the next few days is pretty special, I can only work hard, keep learning and building towards that.” O’Neill became a father just a few days before the semi final win over St Helens, he is looking forward to having his family with him in London: “My partner Alice and my daughter Arabella are going to travel down and be at the final which is going to be pretty special. It’s going to be a really good day and we’re all really excited.” Congratulations, @BradOneill17! #WWRL pic.twitter.com/ZFBKTr9OVH — Wigan Warriors (@WiganWarriorsRL) May 5, 2022 The post O’Neill: Growing in confidence appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Rugby League supporters are invited to the Cenotaph in central London on Friday morning to join the sport’s unique Service of Remembrance paying tribute to fallen heroes. Representatives of the four clubs involved in the Betfred Challenge Cup Final and AB Sundecks 1895 Cup Final at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday – Wigan Warriors, Huddersfield Giants, Featherstone Rovers and Leigh Centurions – will be joined by three England captains, the England Men’s Head Coach Shaun Wane, the RFL Chair Simon Johnson and Chris Brindley, the Chair of RLWC2021. The ceremony begins at 10:55am, with The Last Post played at 11am, followed by the laying of wreaths. Representatives of the Armed Forces Rugby League and the All-Party Parliamentary Group will also be in attendance, and a wreath will be laid on behalf of the Royal British Legion. The Cenotaph is located on Whitehall near the Houses of Parliament – the closest Tube station, Westminster, is served by the Jubilee and District/Circle Lines. Simon Johnson said: “One of the many reasons I was honoured to be appointed Chair of the RFL was the opportunity to lead this tradition.  “It encapsulates the magnificent heritage of our game and how Rugby League is woven into the fabric of its communities and the North of England. ‘’I find it incredibly moving that the game of Rugby League can honour its sacrifice in the heart of the nation’s capital. “In this World Cup year, we are delighted to welcome our three England captains – Sam Tomkins, Emily Rudge and Tom Halliwell – as Chief Guests at the Betfred Challenge Cup Final, and also to Rugby League’s annual Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph. “It is such a pivotal year for our sport, as we celebrate the diversity and inclusivity of Rugby League with three World Cups running concurrently and building to three Finals in Manchester on the weekend of November 18-19 – Men’s, Women’s and Wheelchair. “The historic 2022 Challenge Cup Final at the superb Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will provide Rugby League supporters with a first chance to celebrate our England captains, as we hope they and many others will this autumn. “I am delighted that Sam, Emily and Tom will also join us at the Cenotaph the previous morning – which is always such a poignant occasion.” The post RL’s Service of Remembrance appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Avanti West Coast is urging Wigan fans intending to travel to the Challenge Cup Final by train to book in advance and make a reservation as their services are expected to be extremely busy on both the Saturday and Sunday. Heading to the game Avanti West Coast will be running hourly services from Wigan North Western to Euston, and two services per hour from Manchester Piccadilly to Euston. Travelling home Trains to Wigan North Western and Manchester Piccadilly are expected to be very busy on Saturday evening. Fans are advised to avoid opting for the last trains of the day back to Wigan (20:31 Euston – Wigan North Western) and Manchester (21:01 Euston Manchester Piccadilly). Any fans able to do so, may want to consider extending their stay in London and return on Sunday. For more details and tickets please visit avantiwestcoast.co.uk or National Rail Enquiries. The post Train travel advice for Cup Final appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

There are just a few remaining seats on Official Club Travel coaches for the Betfred Challenge Cup Final this Saturday! Our Official Club Travel is running stewarded coaches to the Final, with 28 coaches set to make their way to Tottenham. Space is very limited and the last remaining tickets are available buy in-person in our Club Store at Robin Park Arena only. There are no more tickets available via Ticketmaster. Match tickets are available online via Ticketmaster HERE, over the phone on 0333 003 5935 and in-Store. Please note that the DW Stadium Ticket Office is not selling any tickets for the Final. All tickets bought online and via telephone are subject to a £3 booking fee per transaction (NB this is per transaction and not per ticket). Tickets bought online will be digital tickets that will be issued this week. Supporters will need a current email address when registering online or contacting the sales team at Ticketmaster to receive tickets. Tickets will go off sale in-Store at Robin Park Arena at 4pm on Thursday 26th May and will then go offline on Ticketmaster at 3pm on Friday 27th May. Tickets will be available to buy on the day of the game too from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Ticket Office – located in the North West Corner of the stadium bowl. Click HERE for all the ticket information. The post Ticket update: Cup Final appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Wigan Warriors Reserves are in action on Wednesday evening (26th May) at Robin Park Arena, with FREE entry for all spectators! Head down to Robin Park Arena on Wednesday night for day three of our Cherry & White Week as our unbeaten Reserves team take on Castleford Tigers Reserves. The action gets underway at 7pm, with FREE entry for all spectators. Wear your Wigan colours with pride and cheer on our Reserves, with the Club store open until kick off for any last-minute essentials for Saturday’s Challenge Cup Final! All Juniors attending the game can participate with flag waving opportunities and guard of honour opportunities ahead of kick off. The fixture will also be streamed live with commentary for anyone who can’t make it down to Robin Park Arena. Not a subscriber? Join Wigan TV today HERE from £5.99 per month. The post Reserves at Robin Park Arena appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

James Child has been appointed as referee for the 2022 Betfred Challenge Cup Final between Wigan Warriors and Huddersfield Giants at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday. It will be the 38-year-old’s first Challenge Cup Final appointment, in his 13th season in the RFL’s Full-Time Match Officials Panel – and he joins the select group to have refereed both a Challenge Cup Final and the Super League Grand Final, having taken charge of the latter in 2017. He has been Touch Judge in five previous Challenge Cup Finals, all at Wembley, and Video Referee in two Finals. “It is an honour to be appointed to referee the 2022 Betfred Challenge Cup Final,” he said. “The Challenge Cup is so special to many Rugby League fans and the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium looks to be an amazing venue for such a prestigious event.” Steve Ganson, the RFL’s Head of Match Officials, said: “On behalf of the Match Officials Department, I’m proud to announce James Child as the referee for the 2022 Challenge Cup Final at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. This is the first Challenge Cup Final for James as referee and he is thoroughly deserving of the appointment after a strong start to 2022. James has a strong team of officials around him who we know will perform to a high level come Saturday in London.” Johnny Roberts and Jack Smith will be Touch Judges, with Chris Kendall appointed as Video Referee. The post James Child named Final referee appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

As we count down the days to Saturday’s Betfred Challenge Cup Final we are going to go back into the photo archives and relive our success in the competition. First up is the 1985 Final as Wigan beat Hull 28-24. 99,801 were packed inside Wembley as Bretty Kenny inspired Wigan to victory after winning the Lance Todd Trophy. John Ferguson (2), Kenny, Henderson Gill and Shaun Edwards were all on the scoresheet for Wigan. Gallery The following images are courtesy of Andrew Varley: BRETT KENNY WITH FANS AFTER THE MATCH HENDERSON GILL JOHN FERGUSON BRETT KENNY BILLY BOSTON TEAM CELEBRATE BRETT KENNY KINNOCKS APPLAUD WEST AND WIGAN BRETT KENNY danny campbell The following images are courtesy of Frank Orrell: Brian Case and physio, Keith Mills, urging Wigan on against Hull as the final hooter approaches in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 4th of May 1985 which Wigan won 28-24. Triumphant Wigan joint coaches Alan McInnes, left, and Colin Clarke with the Challenge Cup in the Wembley dressing room. Captain Graeme West and Brian Dunn parade the trophy after the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 4th of May 1985 which Wigan won 28-24. John Ferguson has a crafty fag as he is interviewed by Australian television after victory against Hull in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 4th of May 1985 which Wigan won 28-24. Wigan’s Australian winger John Ferguson sprints in for one of his two tries against Hull in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 4th of May 1985 which Wigan won 28-24. A beaming Henderson Gill after scoring against Hull in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 4th of May 1985 which Wigan won 28-24. After the heartbreak of losing at Wembley in 1984, a relieved Shuan Edwards holds aloft the Challenge Cup for the fans at Central Park at the homecoming. A jaunty Henderson Gill borrows the mayoress’s hat as he poses with the Challenge Cup and the Mayor and Mayoress, Coun. and Mrs. Peter Hull in the mayor’s parlour at the homecoming on Sunday 5th of May 1985 after Wigan had beaten Hull in the final on the previous day at Wembley. Nicky Kiss and Steve Donlan relax in the dressing room after the defeat of Hull in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 4th of May 1985 which Wigan won 28-24. Celebrating with the Challenge Cup in the Wembley dressing room are left to right, Henderson Gill, Mike Ford, Ian Potter, Brian Case and Brian Dunn with physio Keith Mills. Wigan captain Graeme West back at Central Park with the Challenge Cup on Tuesday 7th of May 1985. Wigan winger, Henderson Gill, crowns team-mate, John Ferguson, with the base of the cup after victory against Hull in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 4th of May 1985 which Wigan won 28-24. The post Gallery: 1985 Cup Final appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Over 300 youngsters turned out for our first night of Cherry and White Week at Robin Park Arena! On Monday, a free junior rugby session took place for 7-11-year-olds, both boys and girls, which included passing challenges, kicking contests and rugby games. Over 300 youngsters turned out for our first session of Cherry and White Week at Robin Park Arena last night! A free junior rugby session took place for 7-11-year-olds, which included passing challenges, kicking contests and rugby games! #WWRL #CherryAndWhiteWeek pic.twitter.com/MfExptULAb — Wigan Warriors (@WiganWarriorsRL) May 24, 2022 The session was delivered by Community Foundation coaches, Scholarship and Academy players, with Mighty Max joining in the fun too! Head Coach Matt Peet and Assistant Coaches Lee Briers and Sean O’Loughlin also stopped by. Tonight (Tuesday 24th May) between 7-8pm a free rugby development session for boys 12-16 will be delivered by Community Foundation coaches, Academy and Reserves players and performance coaches. Click HERE to book on. There are also other sessions taking place during this Cherry and White Week. Click HERE for all the info. The post Cherry & White Week gets underway appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Martin Offiah MBE spoke to wiganwarriors.com ahead of the Betfred Challenge Cup Final.Offiah: “It’s a great opportunity, it’s another chance to make history and it just feels like it’s a moment in time.”Watch our 150th year film which celebrates our great history, narrated by Martin Offiah, HERE. Martin Offiah MBE gave his thoughts on the upcoming Challenge Cup Final as he said Wigan have ‘earned the right’ to be competing for the trophy again in 2022. “Life is about opportunities, you get opportunities and you make the most of them, or you don’t, it’s as simple as that,” he said. “It’s a great opportunity, it’s another chance to make history and it just feels like it’s a moment in time. Maurice was a great man and for him to pass at this time, for Wigan to come through what they came through. I was literally on the edge of my seat watching that Semi Final against St Helens and Matt (Peet) talks about earning stuff – they’ve earned the right to get to that final which is an opportunity.” Speaking on his thoughts of the venue switch from Wembley to Tottenham Hotspur this year, Offiah said: “Well, I don’t get to see my statue – so there’s going to be a bit of a detour,” he said in jest. “Let’s be grateful, we’ve got fans back, it was only a couple of years ago I felt really sorry for players. For me it was all about that emotion, that link with the fans and wherever there was going to be fans, that’s where you wanted to be and hopefully there is a lot of Wigan fans there, Huddersfield fans there and it’s a packed stadium – that is the most important thing.” Offiah was part of the Wigan side who won multiple Challenge Cup trophies in succession. Reflecting on those years, he explained it wasn’t always plain sailing: “I’m thankful for Maurice for paying the amount of money he did to get me to Wigan, to give me that opportunity. In 1993, there was certain people in the crowd who were saying I was a waste of money when Jason Robinson and Inga Tuigamala were there. “I came back from a dislocated shoulder and things were going tough for me but Shaun Edwards got me through that time and then I had an opportunity. I stepped out onto the field that day and nothing is a given, just because you have great success and history – that had to be earned.” Finalising, Offiah added: “I’m looking forward to being at Tottenham, the chips will fall where they fall but it’s an honour to have an opportunity, that’s all we ask for in life is an opportunity and Wigan have got one. Let’s hope Wigan do get that win, because it’s fitting but because it’s fitting doesn’t mean it’s going to happen – you have to earn it.” Tickets for the Challenge Cup Final are still available to buy in-store at our Robin Park Arena store or online. For all the information including ticket prices, travel, hospitality and how to buy – click HERE. The post Offiah: Earned the right appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Wigan fans have the chance to wave off the Warriors at Robin Park Arena on Thursday as the team sets off to London for the Betfred Challenge Cup Final. The team coach will be leaving Robin Park Arena at 1:30pm on Thursday 26th May and all Cherry and Whites are welcome to come down to send off the team as they prepare to face Huddersfield Giants at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday 28th May (3pm K.O.). This week, we are encouraging the whole of Wigan town to get behind ‘Cherry and White Week’. Make sure to come down to Robin Park Arena on Thursday in your Cherry and White colours! Official Warriors merchandise for the Final is available online and in-Store at Robin Park Arena (click HERE for this week’s opening hours), including t-shirts, scarves, cherry & white ribbons and other accessories! Orders placed online before 12pm on Wednesday 25th May will likely be despatched and will be with you in time for the Final on 28th May, although we cannot guarantee this. If you are using the click and collect option, will contact you when your order is ready. Fans are advised to order via click and collect before 12pm on Thursday 26th May. Tickets for the Final are still on sale. Click HERE to get yours, whilst click HERE for all the ticket information. The post Wave off the Warriors appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Courtesy of Tottenham Hotspur, here is an extensive guide for all Wigan fans when visiting the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for the Betfred Challenge Cup Final on Saturday. Welcome The key details Date: Saturday 28 May Doors open: 11.30am AB Sundecks 1895 Cup Final kick off: 12pm Betfred Challenge Cup Final kick off: 3pm Subject to any game stoppages, we expect the finish time to be approximately 5pm. Your match ticket allows you to attend and watch both matches. However, please note that once you have entered the stadium you cannot leave and then re-enter. COVID-19 Update This information is specific only to the AB Sundecks 1895 and Betfred Challenge Cup Finals being played on Saturday 28th May 2022. Following the UK Government’s easing of COVID-19 “Autumn and Winter Plan B” restrictions, and in line with the latest guidance, COVID passes will no longer be required as a condition of entry at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, except for those entering Zone 1/Competition Zone (previously ‘Red Zone’) – individuals accessing these zones should speak to the RFL Events team directly. We continue to encourage fans to follow public health guidance when attending matches, including wearing face coverings when indoors or in crowded areas, maintaining good hand hygiene and not attending if you have COVID-19 symptoms. No Re-admission There is a strict no re-admission policy for this event. Once a fan has entered through the turnstiles, they will not be allowed to re-enter the stadium if they leave the premises. Attending with Children Age Restrictions: There are no age restrictions, however, all children aged 2 and over require a seat. Infants under 2 do not require a seat but will require a free “babes in arm” ticket – please contact ticketing@rfl.co.uk to request a free ticket ahead of matchday. Alternatively, please visit the Ticket Office on the day of the game to obtain a babes in arm ticket, free of charge. Baby Changing: There are several changing facilities within the stadium, situated either inside one of our accessible toilets or one of our medical rooms. Please speak to a steward once inside, for your nearest one.Push Chairs: There are no facilities within the stadium for storing push chairs. Respect Our Neighbours Please ensure you use one of our many toilets located across the stadium campus before heading home. Should you require use of a toilet after leaving the stadium, the Club has installed public toilet blocks throughout the local area where we have identified a need. Public toilets are available at the following locations: Chesnut RoadPark Lane CloseTariff RoadTottenham GreenWhitehall StreetWilloughby Lane As you are arriving at or leaving the stadium, please be considerate to our neighbours. Information on our recycling bins located around the stadium will help ensure you correctly dispose of your waste. Accessibility Accessible Entrances The four dedicated Access entrances are 1, 5, 13 and 17. All entrances are served by lifts for ease of access to their seats. Lifts Lift operators will be asked to prioritise disabled guests, older guests and those who may be pregnant or have temporary injuries. Toilets There are 66 accessible toilets in the stadium, found throughout the concourses, hospitality lounges and in the flagship shop, Tottenham Experience, situated on the high road. Ambulant accessible toilets are available in each of the public toilets throughout the stadium. Changing Places There will be two Changing Places facilities in operation for this event. One in the flagship shop, Tottenham Experience, situated on the high road for use pre-event and one next to block 105 (level 1) in the West Stand. Deaf & Hard of Hearing All seats within the stadium are covered by a radio-based assistive hearing system. The system is designed for supporters who have Telecoil hearing aids, with the ‘T’ setting. Guests wishing to use this service can sign out a headset from one of our Accessible Entrances (1, 5, 13 or 17). This must be returned to the accessible entrance or a steward on departure. Hearing loop systems are also fitted at selected catering kiosks and within certain check outs at the flagship shop, Tottenham Experience. Blind and Partially Sighted Audio descriptive commentary is available to supporters via the use of a receiver and headset. Guests wishing to use this service can sign out a headset from one of our Accessible Entrances (1, 5, 13 or 17). This must be returned to the accessible entrance or a steward on departure. Sensory Suite Should you need respite, we have a Sensory Suite situated in the North Stand, block 416, and offers a comfortable and calming environment for supporters on the autistic spectrum or with sensory impairment conditions to watch a match. We have recruited specialist Sensory Suite supervisors with experience in both disability and autism awareness to facilitate guests on the day and provide assistance where needed. We recommend booking seats in the back two rows of block 416, in order to ensure ease of access, however, we will endeavour to assist any who require this suite. At the current time, the Sensory Suite can accommodate a maximum of three customers, including one personal assistant. Due to the limited space, if you are interested in accessing this facility, we will require all participants to complete the Sensory Suite profile form. Assistance Animals The Club welcomes registered assistance animals. There are two dog spending areas on-site, one outside Entrance 11 near the North Stand and another in the South Stand. Access to either facility is given on request. If you are bringing an assistance animal to the stadium or are interested in accessing the dog spending areas, please contact the access team. Accessible Parking Blue Badge holders can book Accessible Parking. Please note that you must have your confirmation email and your Blue Badge displayed on the day, or you will be turned away. The Stadium Car park will close at 2pm, with no cars permitted to enter or leave the stadium after this time, and up to 45 minutes from stoppage. Those who wish to leave after the first match, but require accessible parking are advised to use Controlled Parking Zones in operation. Should you have a specific parking query, please contact access@tottenhamhotspur.com Wheelchair Tickets To book a wheelchair space for the event, please email ticketing@rfl.co.uk and outline your requirements. You will be required to provide a proof of access document to RFL ticketing to attain a complimentary assistant ticket. Stadium facilities Cashless We are proud to have a fully cashless stadium for increased speed of service and improved hygiene. Payments can be made using: All major contactless debit and credit cards (the payment limit is £100)Mobile and wearable payment, including Apple Pay and Google Pay (this method supports high-value contactless payments) Bag Policy We have a restricted bag policy at the Stadium. Any bag must adhere to our guidelines or it will not be permitted into the stadium. Personal bags must be A4 size or smaller (21cm long x 30cm high) or it is possible to use a clear carrier bags (max 30cm long x 30cm high) – you must NOT put any personal bags that do not meet the criteria within these bags. Laptop sleeves are permitted, but they must also be no larger than 37cm x 31cm. Bags that do not adhere to our guidelines will not be permitted into the stadium. Bags will be checked at an outer cordon as you approach the Entrances. We understand that some guests will need to bring bags that do not meet these requirements into the stadium for medical reasons. To do this, an exemption certificate will be required. Please note, if your medication or equipment fits within a A4 sized bag you do not need a medical exemption certificate. If you require medical equipment that cannot fit in an approved bag, you will need to contact the Tottenham Hotspur customer service team via this form and request a medical exemption certificate. Prohibited Items What items are prohibited from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium? The following list is a guide only. Security reserve the right to prohibit additional items at their discretion. • Bags which do not adhere to the specified Bag Policy (medical exemptions apply) • Bottles of any kind, glass vessels, cans, flasks • Food (Discretion may be shown for children’s snacks) • Liquids of any kind (including water and alcohol. The stadium has multiple water fountains throughout) • Umbrellas greater than 1m in size (This will vary for Non-footballing events – please refer to the event specific guidance) • Laptop Sleeves larger than 37cm x 31cm in size and any laptop bags • Flares, smoke cannisters, air horns, laser devices • Unlicensed musical instruments and other devices capable of causing a disturbance or nuisance • Darts, frisbees (and similar items) • Dangerous or hazardous items • Illegal substances • Fireworks, flares, explosives or ammunition • Knives, blades, firearms and weapons of any kind • Scooters, skateboards and other skates • Flags, Signs or banners that do not meet our Flag and Banner Policy* • Flagpoles greater than 1m in length (This will vary for Non-footballing events – please refer to the event specific guidance) • Spray paint, large industrial style ‘permanent’ marker pens • Transmitting devices • Professional cameras (including cameras with interchangeable lenses) and recording devices • Unauthorised fliers, illegal merchandise items, illegal charity collection utensils • Motorbike helmets • Animals (except service dogs and assistance dogs) • Prams and pushchairs (this may be assessed for each event – please check the relevant event page for further information) *We welcome supporters who wish to bring flags to the stadium. Flag & Banner Policy Flags should be no more than 250cm in size at their widest or longest section and flagpoles must be no greater than 1m in length. Flags must not obstruct gangways, access routes, exits and entrances, health and safety signage and stairways. In order to ensure smooth access and display of your flag we advise that you have it pre-approved. You can do this by emailing the Stadium Supporter Services team with a minimum of one week prior to bringing the flag to a match. We reserve the right to deny permission or confiscate flags if they are above an acceptable size, compromise public safety or obscure someone’s view or a camera position. A rugby game is a time to show allegiance to a rugby team first and foremost. A game is not an appropriate arena to display flags of any political or religious affiliation or anything that could possibly be considered inflammatory – this can include national flags during times of political conflicts, campaigns, or issues. Ticketing Tickets Tickets are still on sale and will be available to buy on the day too. All the ticket information can be found HERE. Additional Ticket Information Please bring your physical ticket(s) or Print@Home ticket(s) to the event, depending on which ticket type you have been allocated. Everyone entering the stadium must have a valid match ticket. If bringing a Print@Home ticket, ensure that it has been clearly printed so that all details are visible on the ticket. Babes in Arms (Under-2) There are no age restrictions, however, all children aged 2 and over require a seat. Infants under 2 do not require a seat but will require a free “babes in arm” ticket – please contact ticketing@rfl.co.uk to request a free ticket ahead of matchday. Alternatively, please visit the Ticket Office on the day of the game to obtain a babes in arm ticket, free of charge. Wheelchair Tickets To book a wheelchair space for the event, please email ticketing@rfl.co.uk and outline your requirements. You will be required to provide a proof of access document to RFL ticketing to attain a complimentary assistant ticket. Disabled Parking You can book disabled parking. Please note that you must have your confirmation email and your Blue Badge on the day or you will be turned away. Food and drink Our 60 food and drink outlets serve a wide range of delicious food. We are taking our inspiration from London’s vibrant street food market scene and provide a range of diverse menus along with traditional fan favourites. You are welcome to take your food and drink to your seat to eat and enjoy. Fans are advised not to bring their own food into the stadium due to issues of provenance, safety and rubbish generated. Discretion will be shown by stewards, however, in relation to snacks, in particular children’s snacks. We appreciate this is not a clear-cut policy but allowing discretion means we can be more flexible in your interests. Kids Meal Deals are available. Drinks of any kind, including water, may not be brought into the stadium in line with all safety advice that relates to major events. This also applies to empty bottles with lids that can be filled and thrown. Face coverings will be worn by catering staff with touchpoints regularly sanitised. Getting to the stadium AB Sundecks 1895 and Betfred Challenge Cup Finals 2022 – Getting Here Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is highly accessible by public transport. The four stations serving the stadium provide London Underground, London Overground and Greater Anglia services. There are numerous TfL buses and the event day shuttle buses connecting the stadium with other stations and services. Cycling parking, walking routes, and coach parks are all clearly signposted. Stewards will also be on hand to answer any questions. Please familiarise yourself with the transport information below to help you make informed travel choices for the game and consider the following when planning your journey: Driving is not advised. A large Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) is in operation and the roads surrounding the stadium are generally closed before, during and immediately after a game.There are a range of transport options available and there may be quicker or more direct alternatives to those you may be familiar with. Arrive early and stay after the game to take advantage of the wide range of food outlets, bars and entertainment within the stadium. Click HERE for more details on how to get to the stadium. The post Tottenham Hotspur Stadium guide appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Official Club merchandise for the 2022 Betfred Challenge Cup Final will be available to buy at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday! Club merchandise will be available from two retail spaces – the Tottenham Hotspur Official Club Shop and the retail van which will be located on the South Stand podium. Merchandise will include handwaving flags, scarves, foam hands, rosettes, shirts and t-shirts. The post Cup merchandise at Tottenham appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Wigan Warriors are delighted to launch its 150th year film – a 7-minute video celebrating this year’s anniversary. The video is based on a poem written by English poet, performer and writer, Tony Walsh, who delivered his poem “This Is The Place” to the crowds that gathered in Albert Square, Manchester in May 2017 for the public vigil following the bomb attack at Manchester Arena. The poem has been written specially for the 150th year anniversary and is narrated by Wigan Warriors Hall of Famer, Martin Offiah. Watch the full film below. Warriors Executive Director, Kris Radlinski, said: “It’s obviously a celebration of 150 years and we had to do that but it comes from a great place of humility from us all. This is not a self indulgent piece, it’s almost a gift to the town and a tip of the hat to our history, we’re incredibly humbled and honoured to be part of this project.” Poet Tony Walsh started working with the Club in August last year. A group of 20 Wigan fans were invited to what he calls a ‘panning for gold’ session where he gauged ideas and words of what Wigan Warriors was all about. He then went away and within three weeks wrote the poem. Walsh then delivered it to Wigan Chairman, Ian Lenagan, before revealing it to the same group of fans. On the poem, Walsh said: “From watching the sport in the 80s and 90s I was very well aware of the legacy of the Club but when I looked into it more deeply, I did my research, spent some time with Kris, the Chairman and a couple of hours with a group of fans and came away with thirty or forty pages of flipchart paper covered in words of what the Club meant to people. “When I brought it back and shared it with those fans, it’s fair to say there was more than a few tears and there was a standing ovation in the room. It’s a massive responsibility and it’s not just about the past, it’s about the present and the future as well, I’m very proud to have played a part in the Club’s story at this important time.” Once the poem had been written, work got underway in creating the film. Phil Pickard, Producer at media company Short Stories, worked with the Club to pull together an extensive reel of archive footage and fan video clips to create the film. Filming then took place with Wigan Hall of Famer, Martin Offiah, who is the Narrator of Walsh’s poem. Offiah said: “I haven’t got a Wigan accent, but having spent time with the likes of Shaun Edwards over the years and being around Wigan, I really wanted to do justice to the terminology and to make people feel – that’s what I tried to do as a player, to make people feel emotions and that’s what I was trying to do when I performed the piece. “I thought to myself – this is something that is going to inform, inspire, connect future generations even when I’m gone. I like to think that the things that I did on the field will stand the test of time, so I knew that this was very important. It’s a concise bit of history in a poem, with the visuals that some children in five, ten or even fifty-years time will look at and connect with it. It was a very important role and I didn’t take it lightly.” Producer Phil Pickard added: “We tried to remember the whole 150 years when showing this poem, always remembering that link between the town and the Club which have been through thick and thin together. The driving theme between putting the pictures to the poem was the people, the history, the Community, the Club and hopefully that has all come through.” Below are some screenshots from the film. The post Wigan’s 150th year film appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Three Warriors teams are in action this week.Reserves host Castleford on Wednesday night as the Women’s Academy face Huddersfield.Saturday sees the first team in the Betfred Challenge Cup Final at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. It’s Betfred Challenge Cup Final week for the first team as we bid for our first piece of silverware this year, as our Reserves and Women’s Academy sides also take to the field this week. Reserves Wednesday night sees our in-form Reserves take on Castleford Tigers Reserves at Robin Park Arena. The Warriors will be looking to make it seven from seven in the Reserves league after a blistering start to the 2022 campaign. Season Ticket holders can watch the game for FREE at Robin Park Arena. Non-Season Ticket Holders are £5 Adults and £3 Concessions. Updates from the game will be available on our social media pages. Women’s Academy Also on Wednesday, our Women’s U19s Academy will travel to face Huddersfield away in their first fixture of 2022. Half time and full time updates will be available on our social media pages. First Team Finally, our first team will complete the week’s action on the big stage as we face Huddersfield Giants in the Betfred Challenge Cup Final at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The action gets underway at 3pm, with both sides going head-to-head to try and get their hands on the prestigious trophy. Tickets for Saturday’s game are still available to purchase, with tickets available both online and in-store at our Robin Park Arena shop until 4pm on Thursday 26th May. For all the information on tickets, click HERE. The post Coming up this week appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

We are aware that some supporters who have purchased tickets for Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday 28th May have not yet received their e-tickets. Ticketmaster are currently in the process of essential data maintenance, once this has been completed your tickets will be issued and print at home will be available soon. Supporters who have purchased via Ticketmaster should have received an email advising further details. Please check both your email inbox and junk, if you have not received an email please contact Emma.parkinson@wiganwarriors.com. We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused. The post Challenge Cup Final E-tickets update appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Wigan Warriors’ Official Club Store at Robin Park Arena is open until 7pm Monday – Wednesday this week! As we count down the days until the Betfred Challenge Cup Final, our Store has extended its normal opening hours for fans to get ready for the trip to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Tickets for the Final are still available to buy in-person from our Club Store. Click HERE for all the ticket info. Official Warriors merchandise for the Final is available in-Store too, including t-shirts, scarves, cherry & white ribbons and other accessories! See our Store’s opening hours for this week below. This week’s opening hours: Monday 23rd May – 10am – 7pmTuesday 24th May – 10am – 7pmWednesday 25th May – 10am – 7pmThursday 26th May – 10am – 4pmFriday 27th May – 10am – 4pmSaturday 28th May – 6am – 7am You can also shop online by clicking HERE. For more information contact 01942 762845 or store@wiganwarriors.com. Warriors World in the Grand Arcade has permanently closed. The post Store opening hours for Cup Final week appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Iain Thornley shares his thoughts ahead of Saturday’s Challenge Cup Final at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Thornley: “Their faces at the Semi Final, I’ve got some special pictures with my family after the game so I want to take it that little bit further and get some pictures with the Challenge Cup with them as well.”Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Wigan Warriors v Huddersfield Giants, Saturday 28th May, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, 3pm K.O. Iain Thornley says Wigan lifting the Challenge Cup again is ‘something we’re striving for’ as he prepares to feature in a Challenge Cup Final for the Club for the first time since 2013. Thornley was part of the double winning team in 2013 as Wigan lifted both the Challenge Cup and Super League trophies: “Yeah we had a really good year. We had the Challenge Cup, managed to do the job there and then a few months later we managed to get the Grand Final as well. It was a very special year and I’ll always remember that. “It always sticks with you, I’ve still got my medal at the side of my bed with my Grand Final ring and my granddads hat that he used to always wear. I’ve got a bit of a memorabilia thing there, I’ve still got it there now and I’m hoping to add one or two more things fingers crossed. They are memories in Rugby that will stay with you forever and they’re clear as day.” PICTURE BY SIMON WILKINSON/SWPIX.COM – Rugby League – 2013 Tetley’s Challenge Cup Final – Hull FC v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 24/08/2013 – Wigan players (From left – Pat Richards, Scott Taylor, Iain Thornley) celebrate Sam Tomkins’ try. Speaking ahead of Saturday’s final, Thornley explained what it means to him and his family to compete for a Challenge Cup Trophy for a second time in his career: “I’m definitely excited. I’m excited for my kids to be honest, my lad has started playing Rugby and he’s going to get to see this and experience it, and I want to do it in front of him. Their faces at the Semi Final, I’ve got some special pictures with my family after the game so I want to take it that little bit further and get some pictures with the Challenge Cup with them as well.” He added: “To do it again, it’s a special thing. Some players go through their career and don’t win any so the opportunity do this for a second time is massive. They went in 2017 and unfortunately didn’t get the win but it’s a long stint for a Club like Wigan to not win the Challenge Cup so it’s something that we’re striving for.” Summarising, the Centre said: “I didn’t think I’d be doing this, 12 months ago it was a totally different place, scenario. It’s been a bit unreal, I’m definitely looking forward to it and hopefully take my chances.” Tickets for the Betfred Challenge Cup Final are available online HERE, over the phone on 0333 003 5935 and in-Store at Robin Park Arena (open 10am-4pm Monday-Saturday). Please note that the DW Stadium Ticket Office is not selling any tickets for the Final. For more information including pricing, hospitality and travel – click HERE. The post Thornley: Something we’re striving for appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Ahead of the Challenge Cup Final at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this Saturday, we take a look back at our Road to the Final! Round 6 In Round 6, Wigan hosted Salford Red Devils at the DW Stadium and it was a fantastic start in the competition for the Warriors as they held Salford to nil. Liam Byrne opened the scoring in the first half, crashing over for his first score in 2022 under the uprights before Liam Marshall extended the lead. John Bateman added the only effort of the second half with a great dart to go under the sticks with four from four conversions successful for a 20-0 victory. Picture by Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com – 25/03/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup: Round Six – Wigan Warriors vs Salford Red Devils – The DW Stadium, Wigan, England – Wigan’s Liam Marshall (right) is congratulated on their try by Liam Farrell, Jai Field and Jake Bibby. Quarter Final The Quarter Final saw Wigan make the trip to the Be Well Support Stadium to come up against Wakefield Trinity. An end-to-end first half in Wakefield made for a classic cup tie and Wigan broke the deadlock through Jai Field. Trinity hit back through Murphy but Ethan Havard crashed over just before half time to get Wigan back in front. Jai Field added his second early in the second half to extend the lead for the Warriors, before Zak Hardaker added to the lead. Liam Farrell went over before Jai Field completed his hat-trick, putting Wigan in the Betfred Challenge Cup Semi Finals. Picture by Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com – 10/04/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup: Quarter-Final – Wakefield Trinity vs Wigan Warriors – Be Well Support Stadium, Wakefield, England – Wigan’s Liam Farrell is congratulated on their try by team-mates. Semi Final Held in a triple-header occasion at Elland Road, Leeds, it was a knockout derby as Wigan faced St Helens for a spot in the final. Liam Marshall got the game off to a flying start with an acrobatic effort in front of the travelling Wigan fans. A man advantage for Wigan in the 18th minute saw Cade Cust slip through a gap but Liam Farrell raced away to complete a fantastic solo effort to see Wigan in with a 14-0 lead at half time. St Helens scored two in two minutes to start the second half and reduce the deficit to 14-12. Roby got Saints ahead for the first time in the match in the 56th minute to put Wigan under pressure but Liam Marshall raced over half of the pitch to get Wigan’s noses back in front at 20-18 and confirm our spot in the Betfred Challenge Cup Final. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 07/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Semi Final – Wigan Warriors v St Helens – Elland Road, Leeds, England – Wigan celebrate victory over St Helens. THE FINAL Our journey brings us to the final, at a new venue of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday 28th May where we will meet Huddersfield Giants as we strive to lift the Challenge Cup Trophy for a 20th time in the Club’s history. Tickets are still available for Saturday’s game in London and all the information including pricing, travel and how to buy can be found HERE. Matt Peet and the team can’t wait to see you all there cheering on the boys loud and proud! The post Road to the Challenge Cup Final appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article